South Africans in flux: exploring the mental health impact of migration on family life.

Journal: African journal of psychiatry

Volume: 12

Issue: 2

Year of Publication: 2009

Affiliated Institutions:  Department of Psychology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa. maria.marchetti-mercer@up.ac.za

Abstract summary 

In the context of post-apartheid South Africa mental health professionals are increasingly faced with the complexities linked to people leaving the country, those left behind and those returning. In an attempt to illustrate the mental health challenges linked to the South African migration phenomenon, this article will firstly explore the global phenomenon of migration and some of the theoretical approaches used to understand it. The psychological impact of immigration on individuals and their families will also be explored. In conclusion the author will propose some possible preventative measures which may be of use to mental health professionals.

Authors & Co-authors:  Marchetti-Mercer M M

Study Outcome 

Source Link: Visit source

Statistics
Citations : 
Authors :  1
Identifiers
Doi : 
SSN : 1994-8220
Study Population
Male,Female
Mesh Terms
Emigration and Immigration
Other Terms
Study Design
Cross Sectional Study
Study Approach
Country of Study
South Africa
Publication Country
United States